The inequalities of laundry: Research reveals overlooked source of microplastic pollution

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Dec 1, 2025, 9:13 am115 ptsTrending
Researchers at University of Toronto Engineering have observed that handwashing synthetic fabrics in water with higher total dissolved solids (TDS) leads to more microplastic fibers (MPF) being released, creating implications for billions of people without access to soft water or washing machines.

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